RN, House Supervisor, Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Glendale is looking for a Nursing Supervisor to oversee patient care and staff operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in nursing and significant experience in critical care. Responsibilities include supervising nursing personnel, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and facilitating patient discharge planning. The position also involves collaborating with various departments to maintain high standards of patient care. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering healthcare professionals while serving a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Minimum of five years of technical nursing experience is preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises nursing personnel and manages patient care procedures.
• Facilitates hospital throughput and coordinates patient discharge planning.
• Conducts regular assessments and rounds to evaluate patient conditions.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in nursing

Master's Degree

Five years' technical experience

One year’s experience in critical care

Tools

Nursing certifications (BLS, ACLS)

Patient management systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.

Job Summary

Provides overall supervision of the organization in collaboration with and in the absence of the administrative/executive team. Makes administrative decisions, collaborates with the Nursing Directors and other departments, ensures patient and staff safety, and oversees the functioning of the organization. Assists with/facilitates clinical functions. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Five years' technical experience: Preferred
• One year’s experience working in a critical care setting: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS, HS-BLS, or RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS, HS-ACLS, or RQIACLS) certification: Required for all facilities, except Behavioral Health
• Clinical specialty and/or nursing administration certification: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• AHA-BLS or AHA-CPR: Required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support): Required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS): Required

Department Specific License/Certifications

• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS): Required

Essential Functions

• Supervises nursing personnel and operations by making rounds on a regular basis. Assesses routine and non-routine conditions of patients through identification of symptoms and behavioral changes, reviewing histories of physiological/psychological, cultural and spiritual information, reviewing medical data such as medical history, physical exams, plan of care, etc. Works with staff in unusual cases to develop a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care. May assist staff to revise the plan of care to meet changing needs of patients, making appropriate referrals, i.e. dietary, spiritual care, etc. Responds to all acute unit codes. Attends to medical emergencies for inpatients. Works with other area supervisors when needed to provide advice or assistance.
• Facilitates hospital throughput including providing resources, managing bed placement, and patient transfers/discharges. Coordinates "bed huddles" as needed. Participates in discharge planning with patients, physicians, social workers, patient education, utilization review and other personnel as appropriate.
• Supervises professional and ancillary personnel. Assists with orientation and training of registry/traveler staff, new and existing employees, assisting them in learning department routines, policies and procedures, etc. Supervises the quality and effectiveness of patient care delivered throughout the Hospital, using such methods as: direct observation, rounds, reviewing reports, checking documentation in the medical record, and exerting influence and giving direction to employees as needed. Ensures compliance of team with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Maintains and adjusts unit-based staffing in order to meet patient needs, while observing regulatory mandates, budget guidelines and needs throughout the hospital.
• Evaluates employee, patient, family, and physician complaints. Responds courteously and promptly and resolves problems within the scope of delegated authority, consulting with administration as required. In the review of patient conditions, works with patients, family, physician, and healthcare team members in order to maintain standards of acceptable quality care.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

ABOUT US

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.